Howlers are New World monkeys found in tropical Central and South America. They are aptly named for their cacophonous cries. When a number of howlers let loose their lungs in concert, often at ...
Once found in the jungles of Africa, researchers in South America have now discovered links tying these extinct primates to the continent—painting an incredible story of survival against the odds.
When it comes to smarts, one new world monkey stands out above the rest – the capuchin. These little guys have an impressive ...
This interesting documentary visits South America, home to many breeds of monkey. Perhaps the best-known is the capuchin, also known as the organ-grinder monkey. With their cute, alert faces and ...
Let’s find out about the lifespan of monkeys. Monkeys are broken down into two sub-categories: Old World and New World. Old ...
For instance, has evolution proceeded differently in New World monkeys versus Old World monkeys? New World monkeys last shared a common ancestor with Old World monkeys about 30-50 mya, but the ...
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) conservation group has published a list of 224 newly discovered species from the greater Mekong region. They include a monkey with ... also found a new species ...
A disabled chimpanzee who was orphaned by the illegal bushmeat trade in Africa has been given a new home. The Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre in Wareham, Dorset, has welcomed Chocolat, who has been ...